Botley Hill Farmhouse, Warlingham

A whitewashed, flint built former farmhouse on the top of the North Downs above Oxted. An assortment of small rooms on various levels,exposed timbers and an interesting fireplace. Close to the North Downs Way, this is a popular stop for walkers and hikers:indeed, our visit on one of the few dry April days was to rescue our son and his blisters. Many of the areas were laid up for dining, but when we were there a convivial group of drinkers was in the bar.Music seems to be a further attraction:posters and blackboards attesting to past and future events. The pub promotes beers from local breweries; we drank a couple of pints of W J King’s Horsham Best Bitter.Also available were Greene King Abbott and a seasonal beer from a Scottish brewery. I can’t remember if the pub is dog friendly, and regret the vast car park that dominates what once must have been a pretty front garden.We would come back if in the area, though perhaps not on Music Night.

Official site of the Botley Hill Farmhouse - www.botleyhill-farmhouse.co.uk

Official site of the Botley Hill Farmhouse - www.botleyhill-farmhouse.co.uk